99X triumph at first Mexico outing

Porsche’s new 99X Electric Gen3 cars have proven their ability to set impressive new benchmarks in performance, efficiency, and sustainability.

In the cars’ first race on 14 January 2023 at Mexico City, the 99X won the opening round in front of 40,000 avid fans with driver Jake Dennis … followed by Pascal Wehrlein’s 99X in second.

The win was made possible by Porsche Motorsport’s brand-new powertrain, delivering maximum drive power of 350kW – a stunning 100kW increase over the Gen2, enhanced by a new energy recovery system which more than doubles the previous model’s efficiency. The fast-charge technology aims for the highest battery performance possible, while the recycled carbon fibre reduces the car’s carbon footprint.

The lighter 99X vehicles feature a shorter wheelbase and narrower track – yet although the battery's now more compact, it’s also more powerful. The aerodynamics and design have also undergone detailed modifications to enhance racing effectiveness.

14 January – Mexico City (Mexico)

27/28 January – Diriyah (Saudi Arabia)

11 February – Hyderabad (India)

25 February – Cape Town (South Africa)

25 March – Sao Paulo (Brasilia)

22/23 April – Berlin (Germany)

6 May – Monte Carlo (Monaco)

3/4 June – Jakarta (Indonesia)

24 June – Portland (USA)

15/16 July – Rome (Italy)

29/30 July – London (Great Britain) •

Manthey Porsche just pipped for a win at Bathurst

Australian Porsche driver Matt Campbell took his 911 GT3 R Manthey EMA Porsche to second place in the February Bathurst 12 Hour race just a mere 0.9 sec behind the winner. Campbell shared the drive with Thomas Preining and Mathieu Jaminet. The team ran a faultless race starting from third on the grid. •